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Topiary (“tree of happiness”, “European tree”) is a small decorative tree that decorates interiors and exteriors, and is also often used for table setting. Topiaries are good because they look very beautiful, and you can make them with your own hands in literally 1 evening from scrap materials.

This means that you can make several decorations at once, for example, one pair for the New Year's table setting, another for the Easter table, and a couple more for the mantelpiece.

In this material you will find 1 basic instruction on how to make a topiary with your own hands for beginners, as well as 3 step-by-step master classes in addition to it and 45 photo ideas for inspiration.

Volumetric tree on the wall

This unique 3D decoration can be made with your own hands on the wall (and even on part of the ceiling) without any problems. To create a real masterpiece, it is not necessary to have the knowledge of a sculptor or artist.

Important: This decor requires a lot of space.

You will need:

Master OK;
Bucket;
Marker and scissors;
Acrylic paints and brushes;
Scotch;
A bag of dry plaster;
A large sheet of cellophane film.

Progress:

Let's draw a contour mirror image on the cellophane film with a marker, and when we cut out the drawn middle, we should get a stencil;
We stick it on the wall with tape;
Pour water into a bucket and spread the plaster;
Using a trowel, carefully fill the empty stencil space;
Remove the film after the mixture has dried;
We apply several more layers of gypsum, making the last one round;
When the solution has dried thoroughly, paint the sculpture with acrylic-based paints.

You can choose a wide variety of palettes. A “natural” image would look great in the living room, or a fabulous tree, unusually painted, on the wall in a children’s room.

Where to place

Topiary compositions serve as decoration both in the interior of the house and in the garden. The second option is “living” sculptures in the form of geometric shapes. They are usually located in parks, gardens, flower beds or shopping centers.

The compositions retain their good appearance for a long time in all weather conditions. Artificial turf works perform its role all year round and also does not require maintenance. Their structure uses a durable frame for topiary, onto which pieces of lawn are then attached, and the fastenings in the ground are masked with grass.

Decorative tree made from branches

To decorate the interior of your home, you can make large artificial trees with flowers.

Necessary materials:

Hot glue gun;
Twigs;
Moss;
Sea pebbles;
Square flowerpot;
Decorative flowers (can be paper);
A piece of foam.

How to make a decorative tree yourself from ordinary branches:

We fill the bottom of the flowerpot with sea pebbles and put polystyrene foam on them, and insert the prepared branch into it;
Sprinkle it again with sea stones for good stability, insert moss on top;
Now we decorate the branch. To do this, we glue decorative flowers randomly to a branch using a glue gun;
After completing this procedure, such a decorative craft will rightfully serve as a decoration for your home or apartment.

On the Internet you can find many photos of trees made by yourself, choose the option that suits you and create your own masterpiece based on it.

Where are artificial trees used?

In addition to home life and country house arrangement, artificial trees are an integral accessory of public buildings and public places.

The lobbies of hotels, restaurants, spacious administration and office premises cannot do without green trees that imitate real ones.

Large artificial trees are used to decorate exhibition halls, galleries, and conference rooms. They look great as decorations for performances.

Shopping and entertainment centers, the halls of water parks and concert halls, cafes with terrace tables, etc. are unthinkable without artificial trees.

Bonsai in a pot

We offer another way to easily make an artificial bonsai tree with your own hands. The operating algorithm is simple:

We select the container. A ceramic flower pot with holes for draining water is ideal.
Fill the pot with soil. The soil should not be collected from the yard. It’s better not to save money and buy a ready-made mixture at a flower shop. Why is this necessary if the tree is still artificial? We will be growing moss or lawn on top, so good soil is essential.
For the trunk of a decorative tree, we select a branch that is thick enough and intricately curved to resemble a spreading plant.
We attach decor to the branches of the wooden frame. It can be made from matte paper, fabric, satin ribbons or any material. The more original the decor, the more spectacular the final result.
We plant the lawn mixture in the ground and water it generously daily. Very little time will pass, and under the original tree a bright and lush summer lawn will spread out.

By combining natural and synthetic materials, you can achieve unprecedented results in the art of bonsai, turning your favorite hobby into a successful business.

Marine themed topiary

The outer shell of the crown should be created by beads, shells, stars, ribbons, and solid objects of organic origin (coral fragments). The trunk is made from thick wire, dry twigs or pencils. It is better to wrap it with colored material. The range of colors is not limited, but to preserve the association with the sea coast, it is recommended to stick to white and blue colors, less often green.

Materials such as polyurethane foam, silicone, pebbles, sisal fibers, organza scraps, sea salt, newspapers, threads will be useful. The base for the crown is made from crumpled newspapers. The walls of the base - the pot - are covered with a piece of organza. The trunk is wrapped with twine (then it is decorated). The upper end is lubricated with glue for subsequent installation of a ball made of newspapers. The lower part of the rod is fixed in the pot. After this, the crown is trimmed and the entire tree is decorated.

Preparing tree branches for interior use

Before you start creating, you need to prepare the branches and prepare the required number of different wooden fragments. All other actions are aimed at long-term preservation of the composition. The following sequence of actions is suggested:

All selected branches must be free of contamination. Remove any remaining bark and damaged wood.

All wood that was harvested during walks in the park must be inspected for pest infestation. Forethought will not hurt, so treat it with special mixtures in advance.

The time-tested method of impregnation with vegetable oil to which herbs have been added has proven itself well.

After drying, the wood changes size and shape, and has such a feature as deformation. In order to avoid disruption of the composition, the wood material must be dried before production. This process occurs quickly under sunlight with good access to fresh air.

In order to avoid the appearance of fungus on the product, pre-treat the wood with antifungal compounds.

In order for the finished product to have a stunning look, it is better to coat it with varnish. But this process remains at the discretion of the author of the composition.

The tree branches used are taken into the interior composition as they are used in nature, pre-treated with disinfectants. Varnishing adds charm and style.

But the most expressive result is obtained when making a composition painted in one color.

It would be good if it was a contrasting tone to the interior. In this case, it will easily fit into any style. The most widely used colors are white and black, as well as silver and golden colors.

The most popular tree species

Among artificial trees, the most expressive and most often used in the interior are imitations of such species as pine, sequoia, palm, bamboo, sakura, oak with acorns, hazel, etc. They have bright features and are recognizable in any setting.

Also, artificial ficus and orchids can pass for trees - they are tall and impressive in size, have clearly defined stems and large leaves.

Rowan and rose hips are also bright representatives of the flora, which are easy to realize in artificial form.

We create bonsai

The tradition of creating bonsai was born in Ancient China more than two thousand years ago. The name “bonsai” is written in two hieroglyphs, which mean “bowl” and “tree”. Later, already in Japan, the unusual method was actively developed and rose to the rank of fine art.

It was the Japanese who brought the method to perfection, creating a special system of canons and proposing rules for exposure. Miniature trees are an aesthetic pleasure for perfectionists.

Many people claim that looking at an elegant bonsai, they are overcome by an extraordinary feeling of calm, tranquility, and anxiety goes away, as if by magic. Decorate the world around you, try your hand at creating amazingly beautiful products.

Do you want to create a luxurious miniature garden at home that does not require special care? Then an interesting master class will help beginners in creating a bonsai tree with their own hands.

Step-by-step instruction:

We select materials for work. Any gifts of generous nature will be needed: intricately curved twigs, driftwood, juniper, spruce or pine branches, moss, reindeer moss.
We preserve the branches. For processing, we will prepare a special solution consisting of denatured alcohol, acetone, and glycerin. We take everything in the exact proportion 1:1:2.

Important: The solution for preserving natural materials should be stored in a tightly closed container, as it has a pronounced chemical odor.

Initially, we wash the branches under cold water, thoroughly cleaning them from dust and dirt, then place them in the solution for at least a week.
Next, dry the decorative material and paint it if necessary. Let's reveal a little secret: before painting, you need to dip the branches in hot paraffin, the treatment will help to apply the paint evenly to the surface.
Let's start making a decorative bonsai tree. Cut the branches to the required length and carefully glue each one to the base. To prevent the structure from falling apart, we will wrap the individual elements with wire; after gluing, it can be removed.
We decorate individual areas with moss, reindeer moss, white sand or decorative pebbles. In our work, we will definitely designate the center of gravity of the structure in order to give the craft greater stability.

After completing the painstaking work, a unique live composition will open to your eyes. An eco-style bonsai will delight the eye for a long time; all that remains is to occasionally brush off the dust from the elegant creation.

What is topiary and the history of this creative idea?

Topiary in another way is “curly pruning”.
This is one of the techniques used in landscape design. Thanks to it, you can diversify garden plots and decorate parks.

Topiary art originated in Ancient Rome. Gardeners cut out all sorts of shapes from the crowns of trees, giving them animal shapes, decorating them with patterns and creating entire labyrinths. It became widespread and flourished in the 16th and 17th centuries. At that time, plant architecture was gaining popularity.

Previously, figures were carved only on treetops or bushes; These days, artificial moss and grass are used to create statues.

Satin ribbons

This tree will be a wonderful decoration for a wedding celebration. It's very easy to make. It is enough to show a little patience and imagination. The only difficulty that can arise is making flowers from satin ribbons.

So, to create a topiary you will need:

About seven meters of satin ribbons.
Threads, beads, yarn, lace for decoration.
Glue.
Wooden stick or plastic pipe.
Flower pot.
Crumpled newspaper or papier-mâché.
Earth, decorative stones, shells.

Progress:

According to the photo above, flowers are made from ribbons. On average, one topiary will require 15-19 roses.
Now the crown is made. You can take ready-made papier-mâché, or you can crumple newspaper into a ball shape. The workpiece should be wrapped with yarn for greater density.
The trunk is made from a branch or plastic pipe. Then it is wrapped with ribbon or decorated with lace.
Next, using glue, the trunk is glued to the crown of the tree. The bottom of the trunk is placed in a pot and covered with earth and pebbles to make it heavier.
Using threads, satin roses are sewn to the crown. In order for the flowers to hold more firmly, the workpiece is additionally fixed with glue.
The pot is decorated with bows, lace and yarn. Flowers should be carefully straightened and, if necessary, decorated with decorative ribbons and rhinestones.

How to make the best crown?

Original ideas for trees for happiness are to create an unusual and bright crown. In action are:

candy wrappers;
artificial buds;
sequins and beads;
figures of butterflies, ladybugs, birds;
coffee;
dried flowers;
artificial fruits and berries;
decorative packaging mesh or paper;
shells;
pebbles;
ribbons;
tinsel.

This list can be continued, it is limited only by the imagination of the master. It's time to shake out your supplies and get creative.

Tree with LED garland

The manufacturing process begins with a frame, for which aluminum wire is best suited. It easily bends at any angle, giving the future structure any configuration. A more realistic color is achieved by wrapping the white insulation of the wire with black electrical tape.

Then, the finished frame is evenly wrapped with a garland, secured to the wire with black electrical tape. If desired, you can create additional decorations for LEDs in the form of decorative nozzles made of transparent plastic. Upon completion of the work, the manufactured tree just needs to be connected to the electrical network and checked for its functionality.

Thus, the question of how to make an LED tree with your own hands can be considered resolved.

The main advantage of this method is considered to be ease of manufacture. The main disadvantage is the impossibility of producing large-sized wood. This is due to the standard length of the garland, which is not enough to fit on the entire tree. Therefore, this method is most suitable for the manufacture of miniature products, which are also very popular.

Who can I give it to?

One of the main questions is who to give it to. First, understand why compositions are created. There are many options: for beauty, a feeling of happiness and well-being. In addition, topiary trees are a good idea for decoration.

It will be an original gift for the holidays - from New Year to anniversary.

Ideas for who to give it to:

relatives and family;
Friends;
familiar;
colleagues, etc.

Such a gift is not cheap. Firstly, materials, which can cost up to several thousand. Secondly, the effort and time invested.

LED tree

Making a tree from individual LEDs is considered a more labor-intensive process. However, this method does not have the disadvantages inherent in ready-made garlands, which makes it possible to produce structures of any shape and size.

The main material is 5 mm LEDs. To equalize the voltage you will need resistors.

Direct manufacturing begins with soldering resistors to the LEDs. The LED contacts have different lengths, so the resistor legs are pre-shortened on one side. You need to solder the contacts of both elements very quickly so as not to damage the LED.

Heat shrink tubing is then cut into the wires to cover the solder joints and resistors. It is necessary to leave space for soldering the power wire. The tube is inserted onto the resistor leg and heated a little with a lighter to give the insulation the required shape. This operation is performed with each LED.
After this, you can begin making the tree itself. Most often, the trunk is made of thin plumbing pipes, and the branches are made of wire, approximately 50 cm long. The main part of the branch takes 45 cm, and 5 cm is left for attaching it to the trunk.
Small branches are cut into sizes up to 10 cm. The number of LEDs on one branch must be calculated in advance.

At the next stage, small branches are tied with electrical tape to large branches. It is recommended to make the number of LEDs on each small branch equal to the number of LEDs on the large branch. Each LED is secured using electrical tape.
The wires need to be stretched along the entire length of the main branches, after which they are cut taking into account the bends of the small branches.
The ends are wound to the trunk, after which all the pros and cons on each branch are connected. Their number should match the total number of branches. The wire connections are insulated. All that remains is to hang the decorative ornaments evenly and connect the finished tree to the electrical network.

Secrets of making a crown

The crown is the most important part of the topiary. And the most labor-intensive - regardless of its form. How and from what to prepare it?

The foam ball and rubber ball have already been discussed. This is a finished form of the crown, and therefore there is nothing to talk about here.
Crown made of polyurethane foam. We take a mold of any configuration and fill it with polyurethane foam. When the foam has dried, carefully remove it from the mold, remove streaks and roughness - in a word, give the crown the desired look.
Crown made of threads. We take a regular balloon and inflate it. Soak strong threads in PVA glue. We wrap them tightly around the entire surface of the ball. Having wrapped it, apply another layer of glue on top of the thread. Next, wait for the glue to dry. After waiting, we pierce the ball with a needle and remove its remains through the crack between the dried threads. It turns out to be a durable ball of thread.
Foam crown. Everything is simple here. We take a piece of polystyrene foam and give it any shape.
Papier-mâché crown. It is difficult to make a ball from this material, but any other shape is welcome. To do this, apply glue to the paper and paste it layer by layer. Whatever shape the crown turns out to be is what it will turn out to be.

General principles for making topiary

All topiaries, no matter how they look, are made according to the same pattern. Let's take a closer look at the process of making crafts.

We start from the crown. This is the main and most difficult part of the craft, so it is logical to start with it.
We are preparing the decor - that is, what will decorate the crown.
We attach the decor to the crown.
Let's make a trunk. What shape and material it will be from is up to the artist.
We connect the crown with the trunk.
The last stage is securing the product. Containers in which topiary can be fixed have already been discussed. How exactly to secure it? The simplest and at the same time common and effective way is using plaster. This is not a difficult procedure at all. Simply insert the topiary trunk into the container, fill the container with dry plaster, add water and wait for the plaster to dry. That's it, the trunk, and with it the entire topiary, is securely fastened.
All that remains is to decorate the container so that the plaster is not visible. This is done in different ways: we cover the plaster with lace, tinsel, serpentine or artificial grass, cover it with small shavings or beads, etc.

Well, now let's talk about more specific things - how to properly make this or that type of topiary.

Making topiary from tangerines

Tangerines, as a traditional symbol of the New Year, most often serve as the basis for making topiary. For this craft you need to stock up on:

small tangerines;
a ball (see above for more details);
spruce branches;
real leaves of an oblong shape or some other shape (for example, leaves of ruscus, mistletoe, etc.);
the basis for the trunk (the material and shape are chosen by the artist);
twine;
a container into which the finished craft will be inserted;
salt or sugar;
thin flexible wire;
glue;
scissors;
stationery knife.

Next, we begin the creative process.

We tie each tangerine crosswise with twine.
We attach a wire to the twine (to each tangerine separately). Look at the photo to see how this is done.
We proceed to the most responsible and painstaking procedure - attaching the tangerines to the base. To do this, we tie the fruits one to one using a wire. Let's start from the bottom, it's easier this way.
When the entire base is covered with tangerines, decorate it with leaves. Let’s clarify: the craft looks better with live leaves. But such leaves quickly wither. Therefore, to make the product last longer, live leaves can be replaced with artificial ones.
We attach the crown to the trunk.
We place the trunk in a flower pot or other container and fix it with plaster.
After waiting for the plaster to harden, we cover it with spruce branches. To do this, lightly moisten them in glue, then sprinkle with sugar or salt. It will look like a spruce branch is covered with frost. We hide the plaster with them.

That's all the work. The tangerine topiary is completely ready.

Topiary made of pine cones

And here is another version of topiary with traditional New Year’s motifs. It is made from ordinary pine cones. The method of making it is not much different from the method of making the same product from tangerines.

There is some difference, of course. Cones, unlike citrus fruits, are not tied with twine. Free spaces between the cones are masked with pine needles - natural or artificial. The containers in which the finished craft is placed are usually painted with white paint that imitates snow. However, no one forbids decorating the finished product based on one’s own idea of beauty.

A slightly modified version of topiary made from cones looks great. In this case, the cones are diluted with tangerines and nuts, and the space between the fruits is masked with colored yarn.

Making topiary from Christmas balls

This refers to the balls that are usually used to decorate the New Year tree. To make such a craft, you will need:

a lot of New Year's toys-balls;
crown base – foam ball;
flower pot or other container;
trunk;
toothpicks;
tinsel and other decor (at the artist’s discretion);
glue gun;
beautiful fabric (satin is best).

Let's start making topiary.

Let's start making the crown. To do this, glue one toothpick to each toy (ball).
We insert toothpicks into the base of the crown along with the balls glued to them.
In this way we cover the entire crown with balls. Here it should be borne in mind that no matter how you press the balls against each other, but all the same, since they are round, the base of the crown will be visible. Therefore, it is better to decorate those places where the base is visible with spruce or pine branches, pieces of cotton wool, etc.
When the crown is completely ready, we connect it to the trunk.
Next, prepare a flower pot or other container in which the crown will be located along with the trunk. To do this, decorate the container with fabric. How exactly - again depends on the artist, since there are many ways to decorate.
We insert the trunk into the container, fill the container with plaster, add water, wait for the plaster to harden, hide the plaster, decorating its surface in any way you like.

If desired, such a craft can successfully replace the classic New Year tree.

Making “delicious” topiary

What does "delicious" mean? It means made from sweets and lollipops. For obvious reasons, children will take part in the making of such topiary with special pleasure. To make it, you need to prepare in advance:

a lot of sweets and lollipops;
foam ball;
double-sided adhesive tape;
container for topiary;
fabric for decoration.

The “candy” topiary itself is very simple to make.

Cover the base with tape.
Glue the candies and wrappers onto the tape.
We connect the trunk to the base.
We fix the finished product. In this case, it is better to do without gypsum, replacing it with foam plastic, which would fit in the container in volume and shape. This shape is easy to make using a regular knife.
We decorate the container with sweets or lollipops, filling it to the top so that the foam is not visible, and on the outside with cloth.

This topiary will decorate the New Year's table (especially for children), it will fit perfectly into the interior, and it is good to give as a New Year's present. That's how many advantages and benefits this simple product has!

Topiary made from coffee beans

A very original and cute product. Moreover, if desired, it can be made either traditionally round or in the form of a coffee tree. Let's first talk about topiary with a round base. It should be done like this.

We take a round base from any material.
Cover it with coffee beans. They fill the entire space well, adjacent to each other closely, so that the base itself will not be visible.
We connect the base covered with coffee beans to the trunk.
Insert the barrel into the container.
Fill the container with plaster and add water.
When the plaster hardens, we decorate it, as well as the trunk, at our own discretion.

Now let's talk about the coffee tree.

We take a different basis for this craft – not a ball, but a cone. The material in this case also does not matter much.
We cover the cone with coffee beans and connect it to the trunk.
We place the cone into the base and fix it with plaster and water.
We decorate the resulting product.

Shell topiary

This product, or more precisely, its production, is in many ways reminiscent of the previous version - topiary made from coffee beans. Judge for yourself.

We prepare sea or river shells of different shapes, colors and sizes.
If possible, add coral particles, small pebbles, beads or artificial pearls to them.
We take a round base (if desired, instead of a round one, you can take a base of any other shape).
Glue shells, pebbles, coral particles, pebbles and beads on the base in random order.
Here it is necessary to take into account that all this beauty will not be attached to each other closely, which means that fragments of the base will be visible. To prevent such holes from spoiling the overall picture, we cover them. For example, using regular linen twine. It looks very good in combination with shells, stones and beads.
Further - everything is on the knurled track. We connect the crown with the trunk, lower the end of the trunk into a container, add plaster and water there, wait for the mixture to harden, and decorate it to your own taste.

Of course, someone might say that such a topiary is not quite New Year’s, but more summer. Well, it's a matter of taste and preference. In the end, everyone knows that after the New Year spring will definitely come, and then summer. And it is the shell topiary that will remind those gathered at the New Year’s table of this immutable, but such a joyful and expected fact.

Making topiary from tinsel

And this version of topiary is definitely New Year’s. Moreover, it is even easier to do than the analogues mentioned above. In fact, such a craft does not require any special refinements or preparations.

We prepare the base for the crown - a ball, cone or some other shape.
We stock up on enough tinsel. In addition to this, we are preparing material for decorating the finished product. By the way: in this case, glass beads, or rather, a necklace made of such beads, are best suited as decoration. But, of course, they are not the only ones. It all depends on the taste and understanding of beauty by the artist himself.
We wrap the crown with tinsel. To keep it in place, we fix it with glue.
We connect the crown with the trunk, and the trunk with the container. Gypsum and water will help us.
We decorate the container with the same tinsel and fabric.

Twine topiary

This is, so to speak, a New Year's product in a loft interior style. That is, the thing is quite abstract. It resembles a stylized New Year tree. Making this craft is as easy as shelling pears.

We prepare a cone from any durable material.
We wrap this cone with twine in tight rows. The color of the twine is at the discretion of the artist. If you want the product to look more like a Christmas tree, then you need to take green twine.
When the cone is covered with several layers of twine, tie the ends or fix them with glue so that the twine does not unwind.
Then everything follows in the usual order. We connect the base with the trunk, place the trunk in a container and fix it there with plaster and water.
We decorate the product using any available and acceptable methods.

The result is a somewhat ascetic and harsh, but at the same time, an original stylized New Year tree. This craft is especially suitable for creative people who are tired of traditional ways of celebrating the New Year. If any of the readers consider themselves to be of this nature, well, go for it. Moreover, making such a craft is truly a child’s task.

And here is a twine topiary with a ball-shaped crown. Not a Christmas tree, but who can say it’s ugly?

Topiary with several trunks

There are such crafts - and why not? There are several ways to make them.

Make several (two, three, etc.) crowns, attach a trunk to each of them, and then connect all three crafts with crowns. The result will be one product with several trunks.
Make one large crown and attach several trunks to it.
Here it should be taken into account that the container for such a topiary should be slightly larger than usual, otherwise the crown or several connected crowns will outweigh and the craft will not be able to stand.

Topiary wreath

This craft differs from other types of topiary in its crown. It is not in the form of a ball, cone or some kind of abstract figure, but in the form of a wreath. All other creative procedures are essentially the same. We attach a small wreath to the trunk, place the trunk in a container, fix it, and decorate it.

For the New Year, such a craft may not be very useful, but for Christmas it will be very appropriate - both as a decoration and as a gift.

Finally, watch two videos that show you some ways to make Christmas topiary.

DIY New Year's topiary ideas

We present to you photos of New Year's topiaries made of various materials in the form of Christmas trees, balls and others.

Making your own wood for the street

When making wood with LEDs for outdoor use, you must take into account the aggressive influence of the environment. Therefore, before you start making an LED tree for the street with your own hands, you need to determine the entire procedure in advance.

The general scheme of work will be approximately the same as for conventional structures intended for indoors. In the outdoor version, it is recommended to pay attention to a more thorough coating of the trunk and branches with high-quality materials.

It is also necessary to take care of good insulation of the LEDs after soldering them with resistors.

The heat shrink tubing should completely cover each pair. If necessary, all unreliable areas can be additionally insulated with black electrical tape. The same goes for wire connections in the plus and minus areas. Decorative items should be secured more efficiently so that they are not torn off by strong gusts of wind.

What are the benefits of artificial trees?

Unlike natural ones, artificial ones do not require any care: they do not need to be watered, their roots will not rot, their leaves will not fall off, they do not need light, and they are not harmful to allergy sufferers.

Such “eternal companions” decorate the work environment and add ease to the atmosphere.

How and from what to create?

Drawing is the most original method; it does not require serious expenses. In this case, it is not necessary to contact an artist, just be patient, buy paints and go ahead. Don’t be upset if the outline of the drawing is not the smoothest, nature is diverse and there are no perfectly straight trees. For greater confidence, you can use a stencil.
Applique is also an excellent option for applying a design. You can use various papers, preferably thicker ones (wallpaper, cardboard). Sometimes there are a lot of boxes left over from things, or several rolls of wallpaper after renovation, all of which can be used.

The idea can also be implemented using more rigid materials, such as gypsum, polystyrene foam, various wooden coverings (fibreboard, chipboard). This will require ingenuity and the ability to work with material.

You can use natural tree branches. For this you will need good technical glue, and the tree branches themselves. Before fastening, it is necessary to treat the tree branches so that they can last longer. This technique enhances the natural effect in the room. It can be combined with patterns and appliques.

Sgraffito is a more complex decoration option; it can be used when the apartment is being renovated. It involves applying several layers of paint or other coating to the surface, followed by cutting out the design. The result is very attractive, it gives volume to the room and a unique visual effect. It can be applied to rooms that do not use wallpaper.

How to imitate a decorative tree? Various fabrics can be used. Any covering will be useful - burlap, linen fabric. This technique is popular and will add unusualness to the picture.

Artificial tree combinations

Artificial trees for the interior are ideally combined with water cascades and fountains.

Handmade stones and rocks are a great complement to man-made trees. They look great as part of an alpine slide or as stand-alone accessories.

What can topiary be made from?

One of the advantages of this type of decorative products is that they can be created from a variety of materials.

So, you can make a tree with your own hands from:

paper and fabric tapes;
fabrics and lace;
threads and ropes, sisal;
beads;
cones, chestnuts and acorns;
nuts;
paper;
artificial flowers and leaves;
napkins;
newspapers;
pasta;
shells;
caramel sweets;
balloons (not inflated);
packaging mesh for a bouquet of flowers.

And if you want to make a money tree with your own hands, then the crown will need to be decorated with artificial (or even real) bills or coins.

As an example, we have chosen for you a topiary decorated with cute paper flowers and hearts.

DIY dollar or money tree

If ordinary topiaries are called the tree of happiness, then crafts with banknotes are called money trees. How much they help you get rich is unknown, but they can look good.

For inspiration: money tree made from bills, coins

As in any other case, you can use a variety of banknotes or their analogues. The only difference from the previous options is that everything is glued. It is better to use a glue gun for this. Why? It's simple. It fixes instantly, but it is also easy to remove everything, remove the glue and re-glue it.

When using a glue gun, the foam ball must be painted, otherwise it will melt. It is better to use acrylic paint - it applies well and dries quickly. It makes no sense to achieve a uniform color, but you cannot leave unpainted areas.

You can make such a tree from real coins. But the crown will turn out to be heavy, so you will definitely need to fill the base with cement. Not even alabaster or plaster, but cement, because it is heavier. To avoid weight problems, we can use chocolate coin wrappers. Similar in appearance, minimal weight.

Topiary made from chocolate coin wrappers allows you to make the crown of the coin tree not very heavy

It is better to paint the foam ball. The color matches the selected “currency”. In this case, yellow or gold is more suitable. We start gluing coins onto the ball from the top. There is one coin in the center, four more around it. Then - layer by layer, closely or, better, with a slight overlap of one coin over another. In the form of scales. Let the crown dry and begin decorating the base.

Decorating the base of a topiary in the style of St. Patrick

Since the top turned out to be light, we can use a regular pot. This money tree is dedicated to St. Patrick's Day, so we use the traditional green color. Add some glitter and make a buckle out of a piece of paper with white glitter. Using black electrical tape we will draw a belt. Fast and easy. All that remains is to insert and secure the stick with glue and place the crown on it.

Topiary with candies

The highlight of this craft is that you will get not just a decorative product, but also a kind of vase for sweets. This option is perfect as a delicious gift for children, girlfriends, mothers, grandmothers, and loved ones.

Preparation

To make wood, take:

Ball;
Scissors;
Double sided tape;
Beautiful caramels (without wrappers);
Stick for the trunk;
Pot or box for base;
Pot filler;
Ribbons, paper and fabric flowers and any other decorative details.

The process of making topiary

Make a hole in the ball for the barrel.
Cover the ball with double-sided tape.
Glue caramels on it.
Fill the free space with decorative elements.
You can also decorate the trunk at your discretion.
Place the stick-trunk in a pot or box, cover everything on top with cotton wool, cardboard or something else and decorate with caramels, only in wrappers. Ready!

Materials and tools for creating topiary

Before you start work, you need to collect all the material and tools. Beginners should definitely have on hand:

You can use a simple foam ball as a base. This is a classic option where the barrel and other components will be attached.
Sticks, clean brush.
Paints - gouache.
Glue.
Varnish.
The basis for the trunk can be petals from cones.

Before you start making topiary for the holidays, it is advisable to study all the nuances and details. Many craftsmen have professional tools - brushes, paints, various fasteners and pliers for parts.

An artificial grass topiary will be a great addition to any area.

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